1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | MR2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
